Can you name all 17 ex-Leeds Rhinos players now at Challenge Cup and 1895 Cup finalists?
There is no shortage of Leeds Rhinos interest in Saturday’s three finals at Wembley.
By Peter Smith
Published 10th Aug 2023, 10:58 BST
Updated 10th Aug 2023, 18:33 BST
Rhinos will make history when they take on arch-rivals St Helens in the first Betfred Women’s Challenge Cup showpiece played at the national stadium
And when finalists Hull KR and Leigh Leopards each sent four players and a coach to a press conference to preview the men’s big game, five of them were former Rhinos stars.
There’s also hefty Rhinos involvement in the third tie of the afternoon, the 1895 Cup final between Batley Bulldogs and Halifax Panthers.
Here’s all Rhinos’ connection to the men’s finals.
There’s also hefty Rhinos involvement in the third tie of the afternoon, the 1895 Cup final between Batley Bulldogs and Halifax Panthers.
7. Zak Hardaker (Leigh)
The centre joined Leigh from Rhinos in pre-season. He was twice a Challenge Cup winner with Rhinos, including the 2015 season when he was Man of Steel. Photo: Steve Riding
Rhinos legend McGuire played in five Challenge Cup finals for Leeds, including the 2015 win over Hull KR. He joined the Robins from Leeds as a player and is now assistant-coach. Photo: Steve Riding
The veteran forward came through Rhinos’ academy system and made one first team appearance for Leeds, against Hull KR in 2009. Photo: John Clifton/SWpix.com